SIZES AVAILABLE
Know Better for Dogs is available in 4 sizes: – Trial size 4.8oz – makes 6lbs. of finished food – 24oz pouch – makes 30lbs. of finished food – 5lb pouch – makes 100lbs of finished food – 25lb bucket – makes 500lbs of finished food
THINGS TO AVOID WHEN MAKING DOG FOOD AT HOME
Here are some common human foods you should avoid when preparing your dogs food: raw beans, peas, spinach, beet greens, kale (every day), chard, onions, garlic, leek, green tomato, potato, and bell peppers.
– Avoid feeding your dog raw green beans because they contain a toxic alkaloid similar to arsenic. Cooking green beans will destroy these toxins. – Avoid raw, un-aged garlic. It irritates the mouth, esophagus, and stomach and can cause or exacerbate ulcers. – The use of other members of the Lily family, such as onions, garlic, shallots, and chives, is also not recommended. Dogs cant eat these plants in a raw, cooked, or dried form because it can lead to damage to the red blood cells. -The nightshade family of plants, such as bell peppers, potatoes, and tomatoes, contains an alkaloid called “Solanine”, which can be toxic. Solanine is poisonous to humans too, but we would have to eat it in a much more concentrated amount, like that found in potato sprouts or green potatoes, to induce sickness. -Avoid feeding carbohydrates, such as corn, wheat, rice, brown rice and potatoes. Dogs lack the digestive enzymes to break down and metabolize carbohydrates.
Carbohydrates are often the main cause of many canine health issues, including gastrointestinal problems, obesity, inflammatory bowel disease, kidney disease, diabetes and food allergies. They are added to commercial dog food because it cuts down on the production cost.
What is The Best Meat to Feed Your Dog?
What meat is best for dogs with allergies? Dogs are fed high protein meat. Dog breed and age, the type of meat and the dogs food allergy are decisive factors when choosing the best meat for your dog.
Especially nutritious and lean meats such as kangaroos and salmon can be preferred for dogs. Before feeding any meat, advice from a veterinarian should be sought and your dogs allergies or health issues learned.
Also, lean ground beef, steak, chicken, turkey, duck, and ground pork are great meat options for dogs.
Make sure that the meat is lean and without spices. Dont feed your dog with fatty meats like bacon.
Beef: It is one of the most preferred meat types especially in ready-made dog foods. High in protein, iron, zinc, selenium and vitamins B12, B3, and B6, this meat is relatively healthy for dogs.
Chicken Meat: One of the most common meats in pet food today is chicken. It is a food rich in protein, vitamins B3 and B6, phosphorus and selenium. It is leaner than beef and pork. Chicken meat contains Salmonella bacteria. Before feeding your dog chicken meat, you should make sure the meat is cooked well. Your dog may have a food sensitivity or allergy to chicken meat. It should be consulted by a veterinarian for this.
Lamb: It is rich in vitamins B12 and B3, Omega 3 and Omega 6 acids, selenium and zinc. Lamb meat is fatty meat. For this reason, it should not be preferred for overweight or elderly dogs.
Duck: It is a source of protein. Duck meat, which is high in fat, is more suitable for active and young dogs. It is a good alternative for dogs who are allergic to beef and chicken meat.
Fish: Salmon, tuna, and trout are the best fish for pets. They are low in fat and contain high nutritional value. Fish allergies are rare in dogs. It is one of the hypoallergenic foods. It is rich in omega 3. When giving fish to your dog, make sure the fish is fresh.
Is raw or cooked meat better for dogs? No. Raw meat may contain harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria. Cooking meat at a certain temperature kills these harmful bacteria. Feeding your dog uncooked meat can cause a foodborne illness or bacterial infection.
Always cook the meat thoroughly before giving it to your dog. Never feed the dog with raw or undercooked meat.
Homemade Dog Food with Vegetables
Regular dog food is optimized for most dogs’ needs, but adding vegetables can provide great health benefits too. Vegetables for dogs can act as a supplement to a healthy diet. “The active components of a plant can provide powerful micronutrients,” says Dr. Jane Morse, a veterinarian and holistic care provider in the Washington, D.C. area.
Dr. Morse says colorful vegetables have a high concentration of phytonutrients rich in disease-fighting antioxidants and help eye and brain function.
It’s important to remember that dogs are natural carnivores and don’t need vegetables like you do. “Adding additional foods to a dog’s diet has the potential to make the diet unbalanced,” explains Susan Lauten, who has a doctorate in biomedical sciences and is the owner of Pet Nutrition Consulting in Knoxville, Tennessee. “Supplements are safe when kept within 10 percent of the daily diet. If he doesn’t eat his entire day’s food because he likes the supplements better, his diet becomes unbalanced.”
Feeding your dog vegetables isn’t a replacement for taking him to a licensed expert who can diagnose and treat illnesses or serious conditions. However, supplementing your dog’s diet with safe amounts of healthy vegetables may improve his health and prolong his life for many happy years!
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